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Head of the Sanitation Division Job Description Within the General Directorate of the Environment (DGE), the Directorate of Industrial, Urban and Rural Environment (DGE-DIREV) is responsible for protecting the environment from pollution and nuisances caused by activities. As the head of the Sanitation Division, you lead a dynamic and motivated team of about twenty people engaged in environmental protection, particularly in the areas of managing polluted sites, special waste, chemical and biological safety, and water protection in connection with industrial and artisanal activities. In direct contact with the Vaud economic fabric, the academic environment, and local authorities, you implement public policies within the division's area of expertise. You bring a proven experience in managing particularly complex or sensitive cases. Among the management tasks of the division, you also develop the network with public authorities and various partners at the regional and national levels. As part of your duties, you manage the human resources and budget for the division, conduct its cross-cutting activities, and contribute to the missions of the DIREV. In this very varied role, you provide periodic reporting to management on the quality and efficiency of the division, and you have the managerial skills needed to face numerous challenges, both technical and strategic. Benefiting from a solid background in environmental protection, water, and waste management, you will be able to grow and develop your expertise in numerous areas. In direct contact with different institutional levels (municipalities, cantons, and political authorities), you actively contribute to the protection of the natural environment of our Canton. Responsibilities Lead the Sanitation Division of the DGE-DIREV Direct the division to ensure efficient access to services for all concerned citizens Coordinate the division's activities and ensure cross-functionality and collaboration with internal and external entities of the DGE Organize and plan the division's tasks, deadlines, and manage the budget Contribute to the missions of the DIREV and ensure follow-up on priority cases For more details, please refer to the job specifications. For more specific questions, please contact Mr. X, Director of the DGE-DIREV, at the university or EPF level in the field of environment, chemistry, geology, or other related areas deemed appropriate. Postgraduate training in a field related to the function Professional experience in the environmental field(s) related to the position of at least 5 years, including 3 years of managerial experience in the private or public sector (engineering offices, public administration, etc.). Excellent command of French and professional writing skills. Strong editorial skills, synthesis ability, leadership, and aptitudes for management. Sense of responsibility and commitment. Very good capacity for time management. In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation and procedures in the relevant areas, as well as a good command of spoken and written German. Good knowledge of English is an advantage. Environmental challenges are at the heart of your concerns. If you wish to take on a motivating and meaningful challenge and seek to put your skills to the service of the Vaud community, then you are the person we want to meet! Please send us your application in a single PDF document for management reasons. WHO ARE WE? Active throughout the cantonal territory, the General Directorate of the Environment (DGE) develops and delivers public policies and services for Vaud in the fields of energy, resources, pollution prevention and management, landscape and biodiversity protection, among others. Versatile teams, bringing together specialized skills, carry out projects for the future of the canton and the improvement of living quality. Committing to the DGE means actively contributing to ecological and energy transition. The DGE also promotes working conditions that respect the well-being of its staff, balancing professional and private life. Click here to visit our website. Why join us? The Canton of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and opportunities for advancement. Work conditions are based on equality, inclusion, sustainability, and professional ethics in an environment conducive to balancing work and private life. To learn more about our benefits, please visit our benefits page. Location: Epalinges, Lausanne, Switzerland Apply before: start date to be agreed Salary class: 14 Type of employment: Public law Activity rate: % Address: General Directorate of the Environment (DGE) SANITATION INDUSTRY SECTION Chemin des Boveresses 155 - CP 33 - Epalinges jida0962daaen jit0206aen jpiy26aen